How to Cultivate Pomegranates - Exam
  • 1. What climate is best suited for growing pomegranates?
A) Temperate climate with consistent rainfall
B) Cold, wet summers and mild winters
C) Tropical climate with high humidity
D) Hot, dry summers and cool winters
  • 2. What is the ideal soil pH for pomegranates?
A) 7.5-8.5
B) 6.0-7.0
C) 8.5-9.5
D) 4.5-5.5
  • 3. How much sunlight do pomegranates need daily?
A) 4-6 hours
B) 2-4 hours
C) 6-8 hours
D) Less than 2 hours
  • 4. When is the best time to plant pomegranate trees?
A) Mid-summer
B) Late winter or early spring
C) Any time of year
D) Late fall
  • 5. What is the recommended spacing between pomegranate trees?
A) 5-10 feet
B) 10-15 feet
C) 15-20 feet
D) 25-30 feet
  • 6. What is the primary purpose of pruning pomegranate trees?
A) To remove suckers and deadwood, and encourage fruit production
B) To increase tree height
C) To reduce the need for watering
D) To completely eliminate fruit production
  • 7. How often should young pomegranate trees be watered?
A) Never, they are drought tolerant
B) Once a month
C) Regularly, especially during dry periods
D) Only when the leaves wilt
  • 8. What type of fertilizer is recommended for pomegranate trees?
A) High-nitrogen fertilizer
B) Balanced fertilizer, such as 10-10-10
C) High-potassium fertilizer
D) High-phosphorus fertilizer
  • 9. What is a common pest that affects pomegranate trees?
A) Ladybugs
B) Earthworms
C) Aphids
D) Bees
  • 10. What is a common disease that affects pomegranate trees?
A) Leaf curl
B) Fruit rot
C) Root nodules
D) Powdery mildew
  • 11. How can you prevent fruit splitting in pomegranates?
A) Consistent watering
B) Complete neglect of watering
C) Heavy pruning
D) Over-fertilizing
  • 12. When are pomegranates typically harvested?
A) Spring
B) Winter
C) Fall
D) Summer
  • 13. What is a sign that a pomegranate is ripe?
A) Green skin and a hard feel
B) Deep color and a metallic sound when tapped
C) Soft skin and a dull sound
D) Small size and lightweight
  • 14. How should harvested pomegranates be stored?
A) In a warm, humid environment
B) Wrapped in plastic
C) In direct sunlight
D) In a cool, dry place
  • 15. What is 'suckering' in pomegranate trees?
A) Branch dieback
B) Flowering prematurely
C) Growth from the base of the tree or roots
D) Fruit that doesn't ripen
  • 16. Why is mulching beneficial for pomegranate trees?
A) Attracts pests
B) Conserves moisture and suppresses weeds
C) Increases soil temperature drastically
D) Depletes soil nutrients
  • 17. What is the botanical name for pomegranate?
A) Vitis vinifera
B) Punica granatum
C) Citrus sinensis
D) Malus domestica
  • 18. What is the lifespan of a pomegranate tree?
A) 5-10 years
B) 50-100 years
C) 20-30 years
D) 10-20 years
  • 19. What type of root system does a pomegranate have?
A) Deep and extensive
B) No root system
C) Taproot only
D) Shallow and compact
  • 20. Which of these is a common pomegranate variety?
A) Valencia
B) Wonderful
C) Bing
D) Granny Smith
  • 21. What is the purpose of thinning fruit on a pomegranate tree?
A) To attract more pests
B) To improve fruit size and quality
C) To prevent the tree from flowering
D) To increase the number of fruit
  • 22. How can you protect young pomegranate trees from frost?
A) Remove all leaves
B) Water excessively
C) Wrap the trunk with burlap
D) Prune heavily before winter
  • 23. What is the best way to propagate pomegranate trees?
A) Grafting roses onto them
B) Cuttings
C) Seeds
D) Air layering
  • 24. Why are pomegranates considered a superfood?
A) Low in vitamins
B) High in saturated fat
C) High in antioxidants
D) Contain only simple sugars
  • 25. What part of the pomegranate is typically eaten?
A) The arils
B) The roots
C) The rind
D) The leaves
  • 26. What tool is best for pruning small branches on a pomegranate tree?
A) Lawnmower
B) Hedge trimmers
C) Chainsaw
D) Hand pruners
  • 27. What is the purpose of adding compost to the soil around a pomegranate tree?
A) To compact the soil
B) To attract insects
C) To make the soil more acidic
D) To improve soil fertility and drainage
  • 28. What type of fertilizer should be used during the flowering stage?
A) Fertilizer with more nitrogen
B) Fertilizer with more phosphorus
C) Fertilizer with more potassium
D) No fertilizer
  • 29. What is one of the biggest indicators of over watering a Pomegranate tree?
A) Yellowing leaves
B) Dark green leaves
C) No leaves at all
D) Increased fruit production
  • 30. What is a 'basin' used for when planting Pomegranate trees?
A) To help direct water to the root zone
B) To add shade
C) To keep birds away
D) To provide support to the tree
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